Daily Archives: November 15, 2014

There are fundamental differences between old vs new building materials. If buildings are built with the wrong material, the result isn’t just staining and nuisance; the moisture can and does cause building failures. Old building materials (old growth lumber, lime mortar, common brick) can absorb a certain amount of moisture and still perform adequately. Old…

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